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Law Enforcement Job Opportunities

To submit a job posting send a brief description of the position (see examples below) including expiration date, to James Miner.
Important: Please be sure to include an ending date for the listing, otherwise it will automatically be removed one month after posting. If you have any questions about getting a job posted, email - jminer@ilea.in.gov or call Jim @ (317) 837-3284.

Clinton County Sheriff’s Office

The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Merit Deputy. Starting salary for probationary deputies is $53,560. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office has a lateral entry program (current police officers and ILEA waiver/certified candidates) including vacation days, non-probationary deputy salary, and a take home vehicle after completion of the field training program. 

Apply today by picking up an application at the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office or online HERE.  The testing date will be announced at a later time. The application deadline is June 4, 2021.  Contact Lt. Ryan Ashlock rashlock@clintonco.com with any questions.

Fort Wayne Police Department

The Fort Wayne Police Department is currently accepting applications for a career in Law Enforcement. 
The Fort Wayne Police Department is a full-service, highly sophisticated professional agency. Through innovative leadership and dedication to providing quality services, our Department maximizes its resources to provide a high quality work environment.  We give our officers the same respect and concern that we expect them to show all citizens with whom they come into contact in the line of duty.
 
Applications for new hires will be accepted until July 22, 2021. The FWPD is currently accepting lateral transfer applications. Complete position details and application can be found HERE. 

Pay and Benefits: 

  • 1st year pay of $56,424.68
  • 2nd year pay of $62,693.80
  • New hires receive medical benefits and 90% pay while completing Academy Training. (Academy tentatively scheduled for January, 2022.)
  • Initial uniform and equipment is furnished at the time of hire. Body armor and weapon are also provided.
  • Take home care provided after successfully completing Field Training. 
  • Yearly education bonuses for Associates ($450), Bachelors ($900), Masters ($1400) and Doctorate ($1900).
  • Annual longevity payments of $1500 for years 2-4, $2000 for 5 years, and an additional $100 per year after with a cap of $5000.00.
  • Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts. 
  • Vacation is provided. 7 days for 6 months - 1 year of service, 12 days for years 1 - 3, 18 days for years 4 - 5, and 1 additional day each year for years 5 and beyond, capped at 34 days. 
  • 10 personal days are provided.
  • State Pension eligible after 20 years of service, collective at age 52. 

Lateral Academy Class tentatively scheduled for October 2021. 

Interested applications and laterals can visit http://www.fwpd.org for more information. 

Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office

The Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office is taking pre-applications for the position of Merit Deputy.  Go to the county website to complete a pre-application: www.tippecanoe.in.gov.  

If you are a current law enforcement officer, we accept full applications for lateral positions.  As a lateral candidate, you will be exempt from taking the physical agility and written test.  We will put you directly into our hiring process.  

Eligible candidates can e-mail Lt. Brian Lowe at bmlowe@tippecanoe.in.gov or call 765-423-9388 X3248.  Lateral hires start at $62,459.00 plus earned vacation day’s throughout the first year.  

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department

IMPD is currently having an out of state Lateral process, in state Lateral process, as well as a regular process. 

Lateral Police Officer candidates are experienced, full-time police officers currently employed by municipal, county, or state agencies, as a law enforcement officer assigned to patrol responsibilities. Candidates will have a current and up-to-date Law Enforcement Training Academy Certification issued by the State where the candidate currently utilizes Law Enforcement powers.

Lateral process closing application date June 29, 2021.

Starting pay will be the 3rd year Patrol Officer salary of $75,171. (longevity pay starts based upon appointment date and continuous years of service with IMPD on year 4, which is $344.00). In June of each year, Base Salary will adjust to the current 3rd year Patrol Officer base salary as dictated by the FOP/City of Indianapolis Labor Agreement.
The laterals will also be eligible to receive:

  • College incentive pays $250.00 per 30 credit hours, $1,000 maximum for 4 years and an additional $250 for Masters or Doctoral degree.
  • Shift differential pay $.87 per hour upon successful completion of training and shift assignment.
  • The candidate will be eligible to participate in the take home car program, if he/she lives in Marion County and will receive a vehicle upon completion of training

Regular Process for the 24th Recruit class closing application date July 16, 2021.

Starting pay for the 24th Class is $53k for first year, 2nd year pay is $61k, 3rd year pay is $75k.

Applicants can go to Joinimpd.indy.gov to submit their application.

Scottsburg City Police Department

The Scottsburg Police Department Has Extended Its Hiring Process!!!  

The Scottsburg City Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer. Applications may be picked up at Scottsburg City Hall Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or at the Scottsburg City Police Department Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Contact scottsburgpolice@gmail.com to have an application emailed to you. Applications can be dropped off at Scottsburg City Hall or the Scottsburg Police Department. They can also be mailed to the Scottsburg Police Department at 203 S Lake Rd N, Scottsburg IN 47170 or emailed to scottsburgpolice@gmail.com. Submission Deadline is May 27, 2021 at 12:00 p.m.
Basic Qualifications:
1. Must be a resident citizen of the United States
2. Applicants must be 21 to 40 years of age
3. Hold a valid Driver’s License
4. High School Diploma or equivalent
5. Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation
6. Must submit to an oral interview
7. Must pass physical agility testing based on ILEA Exit Standards
8. Never been convicted of Domestic Battery or Felony Charge
9. A dishonorable discharge from the military service shall disqualify the applicant.
Starting Pay for a Probationary Patrol Officer $41,315.00- First Class Patrolman $46,005.00

Benefits include:

  • 20 Year Longevity Pay
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 12 Holidays, 2 PTO Days and up to 4 weeks paid Vacation with paid Sick Leave
  • Health Saving Account
  • 10 Hour work schedule with every other weekend off
  • 1977 Police Officers Retirement Fund
  • 5% 457 Retirement Match
  • Clothing Allowance $1600
  • Take Home Vehicle Program

Please provide a copy of your driver’s license and a resume when submitting your application.

Rochester Police Department

The Rochester Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time Police Officer. Applications may be picked up at the Rochester Police Department, 312 Main Street, and returned no later than 12:00pm on Friday, June 4, 2021. Lateral applicants will be accepted and are encouraged to apply.
Some requirements are:
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and under 36 years of age, or a veteran who has at least 20 years of service in the Armed Forces and not older than 40 years and 6 months
- High School Diploma or GED 
- Pass a written and physical agility test
- Pass a background investigation
After the first year of employment, officers earn $50,850 per year. Other benefits include:
- Health Insurance costing the employee $1 per year
- Uniform Allowance
- Gym membership
- Holiday and longevity pay
- Take home vehicle if residing within Fulton County
Questions: Police Chief Andrew Shotts at 574-223-3313 (office) or policechief@rochester.in.us

Rushville Police Department

The Rushville Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Patrolman. Applications will be accepted between May 5, 2021 and June 4, 2021.  Applications must be turned in to the Rushville Police Department no later than 4:00 PM on June 4, 2021. Applications can either be picked up in person from the Rushville Police Department or downloaded from the City of Rushville Website at:
http://cityofrushville.in.gov/Police%20Application%20Fillable.pdf
Applications are also available upon request via email through the Chief of Police at ctucker@cityofrushville.in.gov.
For any other questions, contact Chief of Police Craig Tucker at 765-932-3907.

Kokomo Police Department

The Kokomo Police Department is currently accepting applications for Entry Level Patrol Officers and Lateral Transfer Officers.  Applications will be accepted until July 1, 2021.
Requirements for Basic:
1. Must be at least 21 and less than 40 years of age at time of appointment
2. Mus be a U.S. citizen
3. Possess a valid Indiana Driver’s License
4. High school diploma or GED equivalent
5. Reside within 50 miles of the City of Kokomo at the time of appointment
Benefits include:
1. 2021 salary $59,444 (1st Class Patrolman)
2. Pension Plan
3. Shift differential 
4. Clothing allowance
5. Longevity pay
6. Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Visit JoinKokomoPD.com to register for the fall pre-hire test
Have questions? Call/Text KPD recruiter at (765) 437-5409
Your application may be returned by E-mail, personally delivered, or mailed to:
Kokomo Police Department
100 S. Union St.
Kokomo, Indiana 46901
Attn: Officer Forestal
EMAIL: eforestal@cityofkokomo.org

Hancock County Sheriff's Department

The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department is conducting a hiring process for Merit Deputy Sheriff.  The starting salary for this position is $47,975.00 with increases to $52,975.00 for a third-year deputy. Our officers work 8-hour shifts with a 5-on, 2-off, 5-on, 3-off schedule that results in rotating days off. Minimum requirements: HS Diploma/GED, at least 21 years old, current valid driver’s license, and clean criminal record. Our deputies enjoy great equipment and benefits, advanced training, a very supportive community, and a supportive Sheriff who values his deputies. 
To participate please email Captain Robert Harris at rharris@hancockcoingov.org and include your name, phone number, and address. The first step of the process is physical agility testing that will take place on Saturday, June 5th, 2021. The deadline to email Capt. Harris to obtain a participation letter and waiver is 4:00 PM EST, Friday, May 28, 2021.

Elwood Police Department

"The Elwood Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Patrol Officer.  Applications can be picked up at the Police Department or downloaded from the departments Facebook page.  Applicants must submit a completed application and a copy of their resume to Assistant Chief Kyle Comer by Friday May 28, 2021 at 3:00pm.  These documents can be e-mailed to Assistant Chief Comer at kcomer@elwood.in.gov or dropped off at the department."
 

Tipton County Sheriff's Office

The Tipton County Sheriff’s Office will be accepting applications for the position of Corrections Officer. 
Benefits include: 
• Starting salary of $32,786
• Rank pay, SERT and Specialty Positions 
• Differed Compensation Plans
• Vacation, Holidays, and Personal days 
• Bereavement Leave 
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available
Applicants must have not been terminated or forced to resign by their previous employer. 
There will be a comprehensive background investigation and along with written examinations. 
Applications will be accepted until June 1, 2021 at 4:00p.m.
An application can be obtained by emailing Captain Ray Sheppard at rsheppard@tiptoncounty.in.gov
 

Cicero Police Department

The Cicero Police Department Is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time Police Officer; lateral applicants are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted until May 21, 2021, at Noon. 
Benefits include: 
• Salary after 1st year is $55,802-Probationary salary $44,077-ILEA tier 1 certified officer salary negotiable
• Longevity pays, $110.00 per year
• PERF 77 Retirement Pension
• Vacation; 5 days the first year, 10 days after 1 full year, 15 days after 3 years. Holidays: 12 per year.
• Bereavement Leave
• Take home patrol car
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
Requirements:
• Possess a valid driver's license
• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Authorized to work in the United States
• No convictions for OWi or Domestic Battery
• No felony convictions
Requirements and applications can be downloaded from the Town of Cicero web site, Ciceroin.org or picked up at the Police Department, 70 S. Byron St., Cicero 46034. Applications can be submitted to Cicero Police Department 70 S. Byron Street PO Box 42 Cicero In, 46034 
The physical agility test will occur on May 22nd, 2021, at Hamilton Heights High School .  Lateral transfer/ILEA Tier 1 certified Officers are exempt from the agility test. Registration starts at 8:00am and testing begins at 8:30am. Hamilton Heights High School is located at 25802 SR 19, Arcadia, IN. 46030. 
Contact Maj. Jeff Rednour at 317-984-3648 or jrednour@townofcicero.in.gov with any questions. 

Johnson County Sheriff's Office

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications. We will be taking apps until 4 PM on June 4, 2021 for a 2 year hiring eligibility list for Merit Deputies which takes effect on January 1, 2022. 
For information on the process, please go to https://johnsoncountysheriff.com/employment/

Marion County Sheriff's Office

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is taking applications for DETENTION DEPUTY
Position is responsible for guarding and supervising inmates.  They must monitor prisoner behavior and intervene as necessary following established regulations; periodically inspect the locks, windows, doors and gates of the facility; keep records of prisoner information, activities and incidents; process the entry of new prisoners; and inspect prisoners, visitors, and mail for contraband.

  • High School diploma or HSA.  
  • Must be at least the age of 21.
  •  Detention Deputies must be alert at all times, and even suspicious.
  • They must possess strength, endurance and have good interpersonal communication and written skills.

In addition, they must use good decision-making skills and be able to adapt to stressful working conditions.  Must be able to be alert and observant. Applicant will have no felony convictions. Applicant must possess a valid Indiana Driver's License.   

Must be able to work independently under limited supervision. Salary $36,070.60 Annually.
How to Apply: JoinMCSO.Indy.Gov

Crawfordsville Police Department

The Crawfordsville Police Department is accepting applications for Full Time Police Officer. Starting salary $53,320.56, benefits include Overtime, Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, Retirement Program, Clothing Allowance, Initiative Program. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, but not older than 35. 
Information regarding the hiring process can be found on the department website, www.crawfordsvillepolice.com  under the Employment tab. Applications may be picked up at the department Mon-Fri. 8:00am-4:00pm, 311 N. Green St Crawfordsville, IN or downloaded from the department website. Applications must be submitted to the department no later than 3:00pm Wednesday, May 19, 2021 . 

Henry County Sheriff's Office

The Office of the Henry County Sheriff will be accepting applications for the Merit Position of Deputy Sheriff.  Applications will be accepted from April 6, 2021, until May 28, 2021.  The Department is developing a list to hire from should the need arise.  

The primary function of this position is to serve as a uniformed police officer empowered to enforce federal, state, and county laws.  The beginning salary is $41,553.00 per year plus benefits.  Applications will be available at the Sheriff’s Office located at 112 S. Main, New Castle, IN.  Those interested in applying with an ILEA Basic Class certification need only take the written and are exempt from the physical testing.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED, with a Associates Degree, or two years military, or prior law enforcement or correctional experience, and the ability to be certified by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.  Applicants must be a citizen of the United States, an Indiana resident, and live within a 50 mile radius of New Castle, Indiana.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment and possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.  They must possess as a minimum visual acuity that is correctable to 20/40 in both eyes and auditory acuity that is within normal range in both ears.  The applicant must meet the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy exit standards during the physical testing to proceed.

Fountain County Sheriff's Office

The Fountain County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Jail Deputy positions.

Applicant must be/have: 

12-hour shifts (6a-6p); (6p-6a)- every other weekend off.  Work includes some weekends and night shifts.  Full time employees start at $37,759.00 a year with employee benefits including health insurance, paid holidays and Vacations. 

Potential candidates receive paid on the job training through experienced, established jail staff.  Applications can be picked up 8:00 am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday at the Fountain County Jail. 

Jasper Police Department

The City of Jasper is seeking qualified applicants for Probationary/Lateral Police Officer.

Starting pay for a Probationary Patrol Officer $51,374, with wage increases every six months. First Class Patrolman $60,051.

•    Application can be picked up at the Jasper Police Station, 309 East 6th Street or completed online at www.jasperindiana.gov.
•    Application deadline is Friday, May 28, 2021.
•    Testing date is Saturday, June 12, 2021. Applicants will be notified of time and location. 

Deliver to Jasper City Hall or mail to: Personnel Director, EOE #366, C/o City of Jasper, P.O. Box 29 – 610 Main St., Jasper, IN  47547-0029.

For more information please go to the Jasper Police Department Employment Page.

Garrett Police Department

The Garrett Police Department is accepting applications for qualified individuals looking for a challenging and rewarding career as a Police Officer in the City of Garrett. Experience is not required to become a member of the Garrett Police Department, however, lateral entry for experienced officers is available.  College graduates and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Starting pay for a Probationary Officer is $41,366 with that increasing to $48,360 for a 1st Class Patrolman. 

Apply Today! Applications due June 7, 2021. Please go to https://garrettindiana.us/information-center/employment-opportunities/ to complete the online application. Drop off or send your completed application and supporting documents to: Garrett Police Department, 200 North Cowen Street, Garrett, Indiana 46738.

Questions?? Email Cpt. Pepple at cpepple@garrettindiana.us or you may call 260-357-5151

Cumberland Metropolitan Police Department

The Cumberland Metropolitan Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Full-time Patrol Officer. Applications can be requested by e-mailing Meagan Hartley at Meagan.Hartley@indy.gov .

Applicants must be between the ages of 21 and 38 years old, must be a high school graduate, must possess a valid driver’s license, and must be able to pass a Criminal background check. If an applicant is certified with the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, they must be current and in good standing. The screening process may include all or some of the following: Physical Agility Test, Written Examination, Department Review Board, Background Investigation, Police Commission Review Board, Pension Physical, Pension Review Board and Psychological Evaluation.

The benefits of the Cumberland Metropolitan Police Department include a clothing allowance, 2 weeks vacation, 11-13 holidays, and 10 sick days per year. The position also includes health, vision, and dental insurance. The position will also be part of the Police & Fire 77 Pension. If you have any questions, contact our department at 317-894-3525.

Any applications there were accepted prior to the pandemic have been placed on hold. In order to for applications to still be considered, please email Meagan Hartley at Meagan.Hartley@indy.gov to request consideration.
Applications will be accepted until May 28, 2021.